Pentalinon andrieuxii
Pentalinon andrieuxii, commonly known as a significant medicinal plant in tropical regions, holds immense ethnobotanical value. Renowned for its diverse bioactive compounds, this species is traditionally utilized to treat various ailments. Ongoing pharmacological research aims to unlock its therapeutic potential, focusing on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
- Scientific name: Pentalinon andrieuxii
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Pentalinon andrieuxiii, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Gentianaales and the family Apocynaceae. Finally, its taxonomic placement is completed within the genus Pentalinon.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Gentianales | WCVP |
| Family | Apocynaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Pentalinon | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Pentalinon andrieuxiii, is known by several different common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as the "climbing nettle" or "nettle-leaf," while in Spanish, it is commonly called "ortiga trepadora." In French, the species is known as "ortie grimpante."| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical range extending across several regions of North and Central America. Within Mexico, its presence is documented in the central, southwest, and southeast portions of the country. Moving southward, the species can be found in the diverse landscapes of Belize. Its distribution also reaches into the country of El Salvador. Together, these locations define the specific tropical and subtropical habitats where the species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Belize | WCVP |
| Central America | El Salvador | WCVP |
| Central America | Guatemala | WCVP |
| Central America | Honduras | WCVP |
| Central America | Nicaragua | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Pentalinon andrieuxii, utilizes its underground structures for various biological functions. The root system is a vital component of the organism, providing stability and absorbing essential nutrients from the soil. Depending on the specific context of its medicinal application, researchers may focus on the properties of the single root or the collective network of the roots to identify active compounds.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| root | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Pentalinon andrieuxii has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Oxylipin, Pentalinonsterol, cholestra, pentalinonsterol.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Oxylipin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Pentalinonsterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cholestra | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| pentalinonsterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Pentalinon andrieuxii has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include leishmaniasis, Leishmania mexicana, Visceral leishmaniasis.
- Total uses
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leishmaniasis | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Leishmania mexicana | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Visceral leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |